Talks begin for Canelo versus Golovkin “trilogy”
Preliminary talks have begun for a third, "trilogy" fight between Saul 'Canelo' Alvarez and Gennady Golovkin. Canelo is "willing to entertain" another fight with Golovkin and initial talks about terms have already been held, according to Golden Boy president,...
A family’s dream rests on “Black Bombers” Olympic fortunes
When the Ghanaian boxing team, “The Black Bombers” take on their opponents at this year's Olympics in Japan, a lot of the pressure will be on light heavyweight slugger, Shakur Samed, 22, who is out to fulfil a long-standing...
Boxing champion’s daughter is next in line
In a small town in northeastern Zimbabwe, the rise of a new generation of boxing champions is causing upsets. That's because heavyweight Anesu Motsi is determined that there will be another boxing star in his family - in the...
Joshua issues strong message to Fury
Unified world heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua has told WBC king Tyson Fury to "come and find the boss." Joshua, 31, and Fury could collide twice this year, with the first fight expected to take place in June.
The WBO, WBA...
Tyson says ‘kid’ is under control as he prepares for Roy Jones Jr bout
Boxing great Mike Tyson says he has learned to protect that "kid always in me" as he prepares to return to the ring for an exhibition bout with Roy Jones Jr on Saturday.
The 54-year-old former world heavyweight champion is...
Joshua gets legal threat from Kubrat camp
IBF, WBA (Super), WBO, and IBO champion Anthony Joshua has been warned by the promoters of Kubrat Pulev that he will face legal repercussions if he does not fulfill his challenge against their charge and instead choose to face...
Anthony Joshua’s title defence versus Pulev postponed
Anthony Joshua's title defence versus Kubrat Pulev has been postponed.
The world heavyweight title defence was scheduled for June 20 but has now been postponed as a result of the coronavirus pandemic.
The bout was due to take place at the...
Africa’s promising sports future evident at the 13th Africa Games in Accra
The 13th Africa Games in Ghana revealed Africa's bright sports future, featuring diverse disciplines and standout performances by rising stars. Experts view the event's gaps as opportunities for enhancing future editions.
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After three weeks of intense...
Khan wants Pacquiao fight
British boxer, Amir Khan has declared that he wants a fight with Phillipino boxer, Manny Pacquiao.Khan says the huge post-coronavirus bout should ideally take place in the Middle East.Khan hasn't fought since he comprehensively defeated Billy Dib in Saudi...
Mayweather calls out McGregor for rematch
Unbeaten boxer, Floyd Mayweather has called out Conor McGregor for a rematch hours after “the Notorious” retired.
UFC icon, McGregor, announced that he was quitting the sport at the weekend having recently told Mike Tyson he could beat Mayweather. Now...